Domestic Violence Lawyers in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia

Domestic violence is a complex area of law, and abuse-related issues have received increased attention in recent years. Domestic violence affects people of all ages, races, ethnic groups, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Domestic violence matters may have civil and criminal implications arising from the same violent act. In a civil domestic violence case, the victim seeks the assistance of the court in protecting the victim from his or her abuser. In criminal matters, the abuser is charged with a crime and it is prosecuted by the government (county or state) and not the victim. In both cases, abuse and allegations of abuse impact the abuser and the victim.

If you are a victim of abuse or have been charged with abuse or violation of a protective order in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C., contact the attorneys at Patel & Williams, PLLC to discuss your case.